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How Independent Publishers Can Maximize Their Author’s Bookselling Reach

How Independent Publishers Can Maximize Their Author’s Bookselling Reach
Business Operations · Marketing & Publicity · Podcast
04.24.25

Sustaining the Future: Eco-Friendly Practices in Publishing

Sustaining the Future: Eco-Friendly Practices in Publishing
Production · Article
04.01.25

National Book Awards Honors IBPA Members’ Impact

National Book Awards Honors IBPA Members’ Impact
Marketing & Publicity · Article
04.01.25

Q: How Can Publishers Without Traditional Distribution Best Work with an Indie Bookstore?

Q: How Can Publishers Without Traditional Distribution Best Work with an Indie Bookstore?
Distribution · Article
04.01.25

Maximize Your ROI: Return on Ideas

Maximize Your ROI: Return on Ideas
Business Operations · Article
04.01.25

The AI Rights Dilemma

The AI Rights Dilemma
Legal · Article
04.01.25

Debunking 5 Myths About Book Marketing

Debunking 5 Myths About Book Marketing
Marketing & Publicity · Article
04.01.25

How Can AI Help Developmental Editors?

How Can AI Help Developmental Editors?
Editorial · Article
04.01.25

Designing Interactive E-Books for an Engaging Reader Experience

Designing Interactive E-Books for an Engaging Reader Experience
Design · Article
04.01.25

Metadata Magic: The Hidden Force Behind Book Discovery

Metadata Magic: The Hidden Force Behind Book Discovery
Marketing & Publicity · Article
04.01.25

The Case for Beautiful Books

The Case for Beautiful Books
Design · Production · Article
04.01.25

Which Book Distributor is the Right Fit for Your Goals - IngramSpark, Draft2Digital, Or Another?

Which Book Distributor is the Right Fit for Your Goals - IngramSpark, Draft2Digital, Or Another?
Distribution · Podcast
03.27.25

First Nations, Indigenous, and Community-Driven Publishing with Wiley Barnes and Cecelia Rose LaPointe

First Nations, Indigenous, and Community-Driven Publishing with Wiley Barnes and Cecelia Rose LaPointe
Business Operations · Webinar
03.12.25

Amazon: How to Strengthen Book Sales & Discoverability

Amazon: How to Strengthen Book Sales & Discoverability
Marketing & Publicity · Distribution · Podcast
02.27.25

The Publishers AI Scorecard: Aligning Your Financial Success with AI Based Automation with Gavin Marcus and Jeremy Esekow

The Publishers AI Scorecard: Aligning Your Financial Success with AI Based Automation with Gavin Marcus and Jeremy Esekow
Business Operations · Webinar
02.26.25

How Do I Leverage the IBPA Member Directory?

How Do I Leverage the IBPA Member Directory?
Business Operations · Article
02.14.25

The Complexity of Defending Copyrights

The Complexity of Defending Copyrights
Legal
02.14.25

Understanding Global Book-Buying Trends and Reading Habits

Understanding Global Book-Buying Trends and Reading Habits
Marketing & Publicity · Article
02.14.25

The Psychographics of Your Ideal Reader: How to Tailor Your Marketing for Maximum Impact

The Psychographics of Your Ideal Reader: How to Tailor Your Marketing for Maximum Impact
Marketing & Publicity · Article
02.14.25

Pitch, Speak, Sell

Pitch, Speak, Sell
Marketing & Publicity · Article
02.14.25

Deconstructing the Author Website

Deconstructing the Author Website
Marketing & Publicity · Article
02.14.25

Budget-Friendly Marketing Strategies

Budget-Friendly Marketing Strategies
Marketing & Publicity · Article
02.14.25

A Trade Show Guide for Independent Publishers

A Trade Show Guide for Independent Publishers
Marketing & Publicity · Article
02.14.25

Should You Be on TikTok?

Should You Be on TikTok?
Marketing & Publicity · Article
02.14.25

Increase Profits by Selling Clever Book-Related Products

Increase Profits by Selling Clever Book-Related Products
Business Operations · Production · Distribution · Podcast
01.30.25

Pitching for Publicity from Podcasts, Blogs, and More

Pitching for Publicity from Podcasts, Blogs, and More
Marketing & Publicity · Podcast
12.26.24

Book Review: Shimmer, Don’t Shake

Book Review: Shimmer, Don’t Shake
Editorial · Article
12.04.24

What Is Your Favorite Digital Tool?

What Is Your Favorite Digital Tool?
Business Operations · Marketing & Publicity
12.04.24

Meeting the Needs of All Readers

Meeting the Needs of All Readers
Production · Article
12.03.24

Advocating for Free Speech: IBPA’s Role in the Media Coalition

Advocating for Free Speech: IBPA’s Role in the Media Coalition
Legal · Article
12.03.24

Data Analytics for Indie Publishers: Driving Sales and Reader Engagement

Data Analytics for Indie Publishers: Driving Sales and Reader Engagement
Marketing & Publicity · Article
12.03.24

Breaking into the Local Spotlight

Breaking into the Local Spotlight
Marketing & Publicity · Article
12.03.24

Marketing Planning for First-Time Planners

Marketing Planning for First-Time Planners
Marketing & Publicity · Article
12.03.24

Uncovering Libraries’ Secrets: How to Engage with Public Libraries

Uncovering Libraries’ Secrets: How to Engage with Public Libraries
Marketing & Publicity · Article
12.03.24

Fresh Perspectives

Fresh Perspectives
Editorial · Article
12.03.24

AI and Publishing: Ethics and Opportunities

AI and Publishing: Ethics and Opportunities
Business Operations · Legal · Article
12.03.24

How Merging Independent Publishing Companies Leads to Greater Success

How Merging Independent Publishing Companies Leads to Greater Success
Business Operations · Legal · Podcast
11.25.24

How Microcosm’s WorkingLit Levels the Playing Field for Indie Publishers

How Microcosm’s WorkingLit Levels the Playing Field for Indie Publishers
Distribution · Article
11.21.24

How Independent Publishers Can Build Successful Working Relationships with Their Authors

How Independent Publishers Can Build Successful Working Relationships with Their Authors
Business Operations · Editorial · Podcast
10.31.24

POD vs. Offset Printing: Making an Informed Decision

POD vs. Offset Printing: Making an Informed Decision
Production · Article
10.04.24

The Advantage of Direct-to-Consumer Marketing and Selling

The Advantage of Direct-to-Consumer Marketing and Selling
Distribution · Article
10.04.24

The Most Profitable Way to Sell Your Books

The Most Profitable Way to Sell Your Books
Marketing & Publicity · Article
10.04.24

Exploring the Power of Substack with Author Samuél Lopez-Barrantes

Exploring the Power of Substack with Author Samuél Lopez-Barrantes
Marketing & Publicity · Article
10.04.24

What’s Needed to Promote a Book Successfully?

What’s Needed to Promote a Book Successfully?
Marketing & Publicity · Article
10.04.24

The Evolution of IBPA’s Award Program

The Evolution of IBPA’s Award Program
Marketing & Publicity · Article
10.04.24

Mastering Facebook Advertising to Sell Books

Mastering Facebook Advertising to Sell Books
Marketing & Publicity · Article
10.04.24

The Rising Appeal of Direct Book Sales

The Rising Appeal of Direct Book Sales
Distribution · Article
10.04.24

Secrets to Direct-to-Consumer Success

Secrets to Direct-to-Consumer Success
Distribution · Article
10.04.24

Sending Your Book to Frankfurt (or any international show) - How to Set Your Book Up for Success!

Sending Your Book to Frankfurt (or any international show) - How to Set Your Book Up for Success!
Business Operations · Webinar
10.03.24

Direct-To-Consumer Book Sales Strategies

Direct-To-Consumer Book Sales Strategies
Marketing & Publicity · Distribution · Podcast
09.26.24

The Rights Guide - Making the Most of Your Content

The Rights Guide - Making the Most of Your Content
Business Operations · Webinar
09.11.24

Set Your Book Up for Success for the Library Market

Set Your Book Up for Success for the Library Market
Distribution · Podcast
08.29.24

Tangible Ways to Use AI in Publishing

Tangible Ways to Use AI in Publishing
Business Operations · Article
08.02.24

Literary Matchmaking

Literary Matchmaking
Business Operations · Article
08.02.24

Tips for Efficient Printing and Inventory Management

Tips for Efficient Printing and Inventory Management
Business Operations · Production
08.02.24

The Essential Role of Indie Bookstores

The Essential Role of Indie Bookstores
Distribution · Article
08.02.24

Expanding Horizons: IBPA PubU 2024 Explores Beyond Print on Demand

Expanding Horizons: IBPA PubU 2024 Explores Beyond Print on Demand
Production · Article
08.02.24

Make a Book Trailer Using ChatGPT

Make a Book Trailer Using ChatGPT
Marketing & Publicity · Article
08.02.24

Some Ideas About How to Be a Successful Book Publisher, Part III

Some Ideas About How to Be a Successful Book Publisher, Part III
Business Operations · Article
08.02.24

The Picture Book Blueprint: Strategies from Top Creators

The Picture Book Blueprint: Strategies from Top Creators
Design · Production · Article
08.02.24

The Art and Science of Picture Book Making

The Art and Science of Picture Book Making
Production · Article
08.02.24

Coming and Going: Why the Supply Chain Still Matters

Coming and Going: Why the Supply Chain Still Matters
Production · Distribution · Article
08.02.24

Tips to Increase Revenue & Run Your Indie Publishing Business More Successfully

Tips to Increase Revenue & Run Your Indie Publishing Business More Successfully
Business Operations · Podcast
07.25.24

Translation Rights 101

Translation Rights 101
Business Operations · Webinar
07.17.24

Creating a Business Model Around Your Audiobook

Creating a Business Model Around Your Audiobook
Marketing & Publicity · Webinar
07.10.24

How Publishers Can Use Strategic Partnerships to Grow Book Sales

How Publishers Can Use Strategic Partnerships to Grow Book Sales
Business Operations · Podcast
06.27.24

Board Chair Reflections on IBPA’s Transformation

Board Chair Reflections on IBPA’s Transformation
Industry News
06.19.24

The Mechanics Of Distribution & Forming Publisher-owned Distribution Cooperatives

The Mechanics Of Distribution & Forming Publisher-owned Distribution Cooperatives
Distribution · Webinar
06.12.24

Momentum Builds for Licensed Datasets

Momentum Builds for Licensed Datasets
Legal · Article
06.03.24

Increasing Accessibility in Publishing with Large Print Production and Discoverability

Increasing Accessibility in Publishing with Large Print Production and Discoverability
Production · Article
06.03.24

Made You Look: 5 Keys to Successful Book Cover Design

Made You Look: 5 Keys to Successful Book Cover Design
Design · Article
06.03.24

The Intersection of Mental Health and Independent Publishing

The Intersection of Mental Health and Independent Publishing
Business Operations · Article
06.03.24

Mastering Keyword Research for Indie Publishers

Mastering Keyword Research for Indie Publishers
Marketing & Publicity · Article
06.03.24

Addressing Intersectionality in Publishing: Defying Systemic Biases

Addressing Intersectionality in Publishing: Defying Systemic Biases
Editorial · Article
06.03.24

Some Ideas About How to Be a Successful Book Publisher, Part II

Some Ideas About How to Be a Successful Book Publisher, Part II
Business Operations · Article
06.03.24

A Road Map for Onboarding AI and Three Use Cases for Designers

A Road Map for Onboarding AI and Three Use Cases for Designers
Design · Article
06.03.24

Beyond the Words: The Impact of a Brand Style Guide
Design · Marketing & Publicity · Article
06.03.24

Solutions to Independent Publishers’ Challenges with Traditional Distribution

Solutions to Independent Publishers’ Challenges with Traditional Distribution
Distribution · Industry News · Podcast
05.30.24

Build Your Author Training Program: Partner for Promotion

Build Your Author Training Program: Partner for Promotion
Marketing & Publicity · Webinar
05.08.24

Learn from Holloway’s Clever Direct-to-Consumer Sales & Discoverability Techniques

Learn from Holloway’s Clever Direct-to-Consumer Sales & Discoverability Techniques
Marketing & Publicity · Distribution · Podcast
04.25.24

Digital Narration for Audiobooks

Digital Narration for Audiobooks
Production · Webinar
04.17.24

Authorship After 60: Discovering Passion, Income, and Fulfillment in Self-Publishing

Authorship After 60: Discovering Passion, Income, and Fulfillment in Self-Publishing
Marketing & Publicity · Article
04.08.24

How BISAC Improvements Are Impacting Indigenous Publishing

How BISAC Improvements Are Impacting Indigenous Publishing
Editorial · Article
04.08.24

Disruptions You Should Know About (and How There Could be Opportunities for You)

Disruptions You Should Know About (and How There Could be Opportunities for You)
Production · Distribution · Article
04.08.24

How Trade Reviews Affect Library Orders and Bookstore Purchases

How Trade Reviews Affect Library Orders and Bookstore Purchases
Marketing & Publicity · Article
04.08.24

March Book Marketing Madness

March Book Marketing Madness
Marketing & Publicity · Distribution · Article
04.08.24

5 Minutes with 6 Indie Booksellers

5 Minutes with 6 Indie Booksellers
Distribution · Article
04.08.24

Reaching Diverse Readers Requires Thinking Outside of the Box

Reaching Diverse Readers Requires Thinking Outside of the Box
Marketing & Publicity · Article
04.08.24

Some Ideas about How to be a Successful Book Publisher, Part I

Some Ideas about How to be a Successful Book Publisher, Part I
Business Operations · Article
04.08.24

Diversifying Revenue Streams: A Comprehensive Guide for New and Growing Publishers

Diversifying Revenue Streams: A Comprehensive Guide for New and Growing Publishers
Business Operations · Article
04.08.24

New and Diverse Publishing Models

New and Diverse Publishing Models
Business Operations · Article
04.08.24

Advice to Sell Your Books’ International Rights

Advice to Sell Your Books’ International Rights
Distribution · Podcast
03.28.24

Pinterest for Publishers

Pinterest for Publishers
Marketing & Publicity · Webinar
03.13.24

Tips to Level Up Your Independent Publishing Business

Tips to Level Up Your Independent Publishing Business
Business Operations · Podcast
02.28.24

BISAC Basics and DEI Progress with the Codes

BISAC Basics and DEI Progress with the Codes
Marketing & Publicity · Webinar
02.14.24

Q: How Do I Get DEI Conversations Started?

Q: How Do I Get DEI Conversations Started?
Business Operations · Article
02.07.24

Shifting Strategically

Shifting Strategically
Business Operations · Article
02.07.24

Taking Action for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion: A Call to Members

Taking Action for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion: A Call to Members
Business Operations · Article
02.07.24

Artificial Intelligence and Publishing Law

Artificial Intelligence and Publishing Law
Legal · Article
02.07.24

From Marketing Maven to Publishing Pioneer

From Marketing Maven to Publishing Pioneer
Marketing & Publicity · Article
02.07.24

How AI Is Reshaping the Industry

How AI Is Reshaping the Industry
Production · Article
02.07.24

The Politics of Publishing: How to Successfully Navigate the Choppy Waters

The Politics of Publishing: How to Successfully Navigate the Choppy Waters
Legal · Article
02.07.24

Creating Consistent and Repeatable Business Processes

Creating Consistent and Repeatable Business Processes
Business Operations · Article
02.06.24

Talent Tactics: Exploring the Hiring Terrain in Indie Publishing

Talent Tactics: Exploring the Hiring Terrain in Indie Publishing
Business Operations · Article
02.06.24

Independent Publishing’s Biggest Challenges & Opportunities in 2024

Independent Publishing’s Biggest Challenges & Opportunities in 2024
Business Operations · Industry News · Podcast
01.25.24

Important Lessons Learned from TOKYOPOP’s Incredible Resurgence of Success

Important Lessons Learned from TOKYOPOP’s Incredible Resurgence of Success
Business Operations · Distribution · Podcast
12.27.23

An Update on the Copyright Claims Board

An Update on the Copyright Claims Board
Legal · Webinar
12.13.23

The (Somewhat) Changing Ways of Publishing

The (Somewhat) Changing Ways of Publishing
Distribution · Article
12.13.23

Innovative Approaches to Inclusive Publishing

Innovative Approaches to Inclusive Publishing
Business Operations · Article
12.13.23

The Journey of Really Big Coloring Books®

The Journey of Really Big Coloring Books®
Production · Article
12.13.23

The Crucial Role of Information Systems in Book Publishing

The Crucial Role of Information Systems in Book Publishing
Business Operations · Article
12.13.23

How to Build and Maintain Your Mailing List

How to Build and Maintain Your Mailing List
Marketing & Publicity · Article
12.13.23

Marketing Your Book Without Social Media

Marketing Your Book Without Social Media
Marketing & Publicity · Article
12.13.23

Avoiding Design Pitfalls: Lessons from a Bad Book Cover

Avoiding Design Pitfalls: Lessons from a Bad Book Cover
Design · Article
12.13.23

Breaking Barriers

Breaking Barriers
Editorial · Article
12.13.23

3 Innovators Looking to Transform Publishing

3 Innovators Looking to Transform Publishing
Business Operations · Marketing & Publicity · Article
12.13.23

Solutions to Common Challenges that Independent Publishers Run Into

Solutions to Common Challenges that Independent Publishers Run Into
Business Operations · Podcast
11.30.23

11 Ways to Market Your Audiobook

11 Ways to Market Your Audiobook
Marketing & Publicity · Webinar
11.08.23

How Independent Publishers Can Land Distribution with Simon & Schuster

How Independent Publishers Can Land Distribution with Simon & Schuster
Distribution · Podcast
10.26.23

Does Your Publishing Company Have a Brand Identity?
Design · Article
10.12.23

The Internet Archive Case and the Threat Big Tech Poses to the Publishing Industry

The Internet Archive Case and the Threat Big Tech Poses to the Publishing Industry
Legal · Article
10.12.23

Book Bans Hurt Everyone, Particularly (and Ironically) Those Leading the Charge

Book Bans Hurt Everyone, Particularly (and Ironically) Those Leading the Charge
Editorial · Article
10.12.23

4 Simple, Free Ways to Sell More Books

4 Simple, Free Ways to Sell More Books
Distribution · Article
10.12.23

How to Successfully Set Up and Run Amazon Ads that Sell

How to Successfully Set Up and Run Amazon Ads that Sell
Marketing & Publicity · Article
10.12.23

Behind the Booth: Expert Tips on Navigating Book Fairs

Behind the Booth: Expert Tips on Navigating Book Fairs
Marketing & Publicity · Article
10.12.23

5 Nontraditional Book Revenue Models

5 Nontraditional Book Revenue Models
Distribution · Article
10.12.23

The Customer Journey: Best Practices for Courting and Keeping Customers

The Customer Journey: Best Practices for Courting and Keeping Customers
Marketing & Publicity · Article
10.12.23

Intersectionality and Sensitivity: How to Spot Bias and Bring Your Authors Along

Intersectionality and Sensitivity: How to Spot Bias and Bring Your Authors Along
Editorial · Webinar
10.11.23

Reach Readers Through LibraryReads’ Top 10 Books List

Reach Readers Through LibraryReads’ Top 10 Books List
Marketing & Publicity · Podcast
09.28.23

10 Steps to High Impact Book Marketing Success

10 Steps to High Impact Book Marketing Success
Marketing & Publicity · Webinar
09.13.23

Grab the Attention of Librarians through a Booklist Review

Grab the Attention of Librarians through a Booklist Review
Marketing & Publicity · Podcast
08.31.23

How Indie Publishers Can Best Work with Agents - and Vice-Versa

How Indie Publishers Can Best Work with Agents - and Vice-Versa
Business Operations · Webinar
08.09.23

6 Successful Audiobook Collaborations

6 Successful Audiobook Collaborations
Production · Article
08.04.23

How Accessibility Can Benefit Both Children and Publishers

How Accessibility Can Benefit Both Children and Publishers
Production · Article
08.04.23

Embracing Diversity Through Innovative Voices

Embracing Diversity Through Innovative Voices
Editorial · Article
08.04.23

Indie Press + Indie Bookstore = Indie Success

Indie Press + Indie Bookstore = Indie Success
Distribution · Article
08.04.23

How Social Media Alters the Author-Reader Dynamic

How Social Media Alters the Author-Reader Dynamic
Marketing & Publicity · Article
08.04.23

Digital Rights Management Revisited

Digital Rights Management Revisited
Legal · Article
08.04.23

The Future of Artificial Intelligence in Publishing Is Now

The Future of Artificial Intelligence in Publishing Is Now
Business Operations · Legal · Marketing & Publicity · Article
08.04.23

Generative AI and Publishing

Generative AI and Publishing
Business Operations · Article
08.04.23

Learn How Distribution Sales Teams Sell Your Books to Amazon, Bookstores, and More

Learn How Distribution Sales Teams Sell Your Books to Amazon, Bookstores, and More
Distribution · Podcast
07.27.23

Navigating Content Protection as an Indie Publisher

Navigating Content Protection as an Indie Publisher
Legal · Webinar
07.13.23

How Publishers Can Maximize An Author’s Brand & Avoid Book Marketing Burnout
Marketing & Publicity · Podcast
06.29.23

Accessibility is Everyone’s Job

Accessibility is Everyone’s Job
Production · Webinar
06.20.23

Scuba Diving + Heartbreak + Anne Rice = Bedside Reading

Scuba Diving + Heartbreak + Anne Rice = Bedside Reading
Distribution · Article
06.06.23

An Update on IBPA’s DEI Work

An Update on IBPA’s DEI Work
Business Operations · Article
06.06.23

The Wonderful World of Small Batch Special Editions

The Wonderful World of Small Batch Special Editions
Production · Article
06.06.23

Supporting the Community

Supporting the Community
Marketing & Publicity · Article
06.06.23

The Art of Running a Giveaway

The Art of Running a Giveaway
Marketing & Publicity · Article
06.06.23

Doing the Work to Incorporate Evolving Language

Doing the Work to Incorporate Evolving Language
Editorial · Article
06.06.23

What’s the Actual Value of Your Business?

What’s the Actual Value of Your Business?
Business Operations · Legal · Article
06.06.23

Authors as Influencers

Authors as Influencers
Marketing & Publicity · Article
06.06.23

How to Build Book Buzz with Social Media Influencers

How to Build Book Buzz with Social Media Influencers
Marketing & Publicity · Podcast
05.25.23

Market Your Book Without Social Media – Yes, You Can!

Market Your Book Without Social Media – Yes, You Can!
Marketing & Publicity · Webinar
05.19.23

What an Index Really Is, What Is Involved in Creating One, & Why You Should Care

What an Index Really Is, What Is Involved in Creating One, & Why You Should Care
Production · Webinar
05.19.23

Tips to Sell Your Books to the Education Market

Tips to Sell Your Books to the Education Market
Business Operations · Marketing & Publicity · Podcast
04.27.23

6 Voices on IBPA’s 40th

6 Voices on IBPA’s 40th
Marketing & Publicity · Article
04.05.23

Unlocking the Future of Book Marketing with Artificial Intelligence

Unlocking the Future of Book Marketing with Artificial Intelligence
Marketing & Publicity · Article
04.05.23

Tips for Marketing Your Audiobooks

Tips for Marketing Your Audiobooks
Marketing & Publicity · Article
04.05.23

Mind Your Business, Make Your Mark

Mind Your Business, Make Your Mark
Business Operations · Article
04.05.23

The Fight Against Book Bans

The Fight Against Book Bans
Marketing & Publicity · Article
04.05.23

Unplugging Marketing: How to Reach Readers in the Real World

Unplugging Marketing: How to Reach Readers in the Real World
Marketing & Publicity · Article
04.05.23

7 Things You Can Do to Make Your Web Content Accessible for Everyone

7 Things You Can Do to Make Your Web Content Accessible for Everyone
Design · Article
04.05.23

Building Reader Communities: The Marketing Advantage

Building Reader Communities: The Marketing Advantage
Marketing & Publicity · Article
04.05.23

Understanding the Importance and Benefits of Trade Reviews

Understanding the Importance and Benefits of Trade Reviews
Marketing & Publicity · Podcast
03.30.23

From Ferguson to Charlottesville & Beyond: How Social Unrest Continues to Change the Book Industry

From Ferguson to Charlottesville & Beyond: How Social Unrest Continues to Change the Book Industry
Business Operations · Webinar
03.08.23

How To Maximize Your Success Working with a Book Publicist

How To Maximize Your Success Working with a Book Publicist
Marketing & Publicity · Podcast
02.22.23

The Brave New World of Publishing Contract Negotiations

The Brave New World of Publishing Contract Negotiations
Legal · Webinar
02.08.23

Thoughts on Navigating Four Big Industry Changes

Thoughts on Navigating Four Big Industry Changes
Business Operations · Industry News · Article
02.01.23

The Evolution of Social Media Marketing

The Evolution of Social Media Marketing
Marketing & Publicity · Article
02.01.23

The Science of Book Marketing

The Science of Book Marketing
Marketing & Publicity · Article
02.01.23

Getting Your Book on Store Shelves

Getting Your Book on Store Shelves
Distribution · Article
02.01.23

Book Publishing Startups: Where Are We Now?

Book Publishing Startups: Where Are We Now?
Business Operations · Article
02.01.23

Publishers Confront Inflation

Publishers Confront Inflation
Business Operations · Article
02.01.23

Little Toys, Big Ideas

Little Toys, Big Ideas
Marketing & Publicity · Article
02.01.23

Independent Publishing's Biggest Challenges and Opportunities

Independent Publishing's Biggest Challenges and Opportunities
Industry News · Podcast
01.25.23

5 Steps to Develop Authors to Meet their Full Potential

5 Steps to Develop Authors to Meet their Full Potential
Business Operations · Webinar
01.11.23

Strategies for Indie Publishing Success in the New Year

Strategies for Indie Publishing Success in the New Year
Business Operations · Podcast
12.29.22

Neuroscience of Social Media Marketing for Publishers and Authors

Neuroscience of Social Media Marketing for Publishers and Authors
Marketing & Publicity · Webinar
12.14.22

The Building Blocks of a Book Trailer

The Building Blocks of a Book Trailer
Marketing & Publicity · Article
12.02.22

CEO Angela Bole’s Fond Farewell to IBPA

CEO Angela Bole’s Fond Farewell to IBPA
Business Operations · Podcast
11.28.22

Podcasts and Publishers: A Panel of Perspectives

Podcasts and Publishers: A Panel of Perspectives
Marketing & Publicity · Webinar
11.08.22

Unplanned Partnerships

Unplanned Partnerships
Business Operations · Article
11.01.22

Unlocking the Most Underrated Skill in Your Organization

Unlocking the Most Underrated Skill in Your Organization
Business Operations · Article
11.01.22

The Point of No Returns

The Point of No Returns
Marketing & Publicity · Article
11.01.22

Judge a Book by its Cover

Judge a Book by its Cover
Design · Article
11.01.22

Strategic Ways to Market Your Audiobooks

Strategic Ways to Market Your Audiobooks
Marketing & Publicity · Article
11.01.22

The Evolution of Audiobooks

The Evolution of Audiobooks
Production · Distribution · Article
11.01.22

How Independent Publishers Can Turn Social Media Followers Into Book Buyers

How Independent Publishers Can Turn Social Media Followers Into Book Buyers
Marketing & Publicity · Podcast
10.23.22

Indie Publishers Partnering with Indie Bookstores and Other Indie Retail

Indie Publishers Partnering with Indie Bookstores and Other Indie Retail
Distribution · Webinar
10.11.22

Taking Risks

Taking Risks
Business Operations · Editorial · Distribution · Article
10.02.22

IBPA Partners with DropCap to Offer International/Translation Rights Opportunities

IBPA Partners with DropCap to Offer International/Translation Rights Opportunities
Industry News · Article
10.01.22

Subscribe Now!

Subscribe Now!
Business Operations · Article
10.01.22

Never Give Away the Keys to the Kingdom

Never Give Away the Keys to the Kingdom
Business Operations · Article
10.01.22

Not So Tiny Ambitions

Not So Tiny Ambitions
Business Operations · Editorial · Distribution · Article
10.01.22

How to Tap into Consumer Behavior to Sell More Books

How to Tap into Consumer Behavior to Sell More Books
Business Operations · Article
10.01.22

Selling Books by Barking

Selling Books by Barking
Marketing & Publicity · Article
10.01.22

The Pizza Pie Theory of Selling Books

The Pizza Pie Theory of Selling Books
Business Operations · Article
10.01.22

On Guard: Self-Published Authors Must Know Their Rights

On Guard: Self-Published Authors Must Know Their Rights
Legal · Article
10.01.22

A ‘Big Deal’

A ‘Big Deal’
Distribution · Industry News · Article
10.01.22

Making the Most of Your Market: Alternatives to Traditional Distribution

Making the Most of Your Market: Alternatives to Traditional Distribution
Distribution · Article
10.01.22

Enhancements & Drawbacks of Artificial Intelligence in Publishing

Enhancements & Drawbacks of Artificial Intelligence in Publishing
Industry News · Podcast
09.27.22

Countdown to Book Launch

Countdown to Book Launch
Marketing & Publicity · Webinar
09.13.22

Tips for Selling Books to the Government, Education, and Healthcare Markets

Tips for Selling Books to the Government, Education, and Healthcare Markets
Distribution · Podcast
08.22.22

Publish and Profit with Workbooks and Online Courses

Publish and Profit with Workbooks and Online Courses
Business Operations · Webinar
08.09.22

A Humanitarian Partnership

A Humanitarian Partnership
Distribution · Article
08.01.22

How Independent Publishers Can Partner with the Press

How Independent Publishers Can Partner with the Press
Marketing & Publicity · Article
08.01.22

The 10 C’s of Successful Book Marketing

The 10 C’s of Successful Book Marketing
Marketing & Publicity · Article
08.01.22

Revenue Trickles, Streams, and Floods

Revenue Trickles, Streams, and Floods
Business Operations · Article
08.01.22

IBPA, PubWest, and Portland State University Collaborate on Research Study

IBPA, PubWest, and Portland State University Collaborate on Research Study
Industry News · Article
08.01.22

All Shapes and Sizes

All Shapes and Sizes
Business Operations · Article
08.01.22

IBPA’s Nonprofit Partnerships Program

IBPA’s Nonprofit Partnerships Program
Industry News · Article
08.01.22

Secrets of a Bestselling Amazon Book Page

Secrets of a Bestselling Amazon Book Page
Distribution · Webinar
07.12.22

Best Practices for Stitching Together an Anthology

Best Practices for Stitching Together an Anthology
Editorial · Article
07.01.22

How to Optimize Your Books for Amazon & Run Successful Amazon Ads

How to Optimize Your Books for Amazon & Run Successful Amazon Ads
Marketing & Publicity · Podcast
06.27.22

The Evolution of Book Events

The Evolution of Book Events
Marketing & Publicity · Article
06.11.22

Manage Risk with a Legal Vetting Process for Manuscripts You're Going To Publish

Manage Risk with a Legal Vetting Process for Manuscripts You're Going To Publish
Legal · Webinar
06.07.22

Q: What Are Affiliate Links, and How Do I Use Them?

Q: What Are Affiliate Links, and How Do I Use Them?
Business Operations · Article
06.01.22

What Amazon Inventorying Books Could Mean for Indies

What Amazon Inventorying Books Could Mean for Indies
Distribution · Article
06.01.22

More Than I Could Have Imagined

More Than I Could Have Imagined
Business Operations · Article
06.01.22

Presentations: Another Way to Profit from Your Publishing Expertise

Presentations: Another Way to Profit from Your Publishing Expertise
Business Operations · Article
06.01.22

1 Book, 9 (or More) Revenue Streams

1 Book, 9 (or More) Revenue Streams
Business Operations · Article
06.01.22

The Balance Between Indies

The Balance Between Indies
Distribution · Article
06.01.22

Are You Ready to Hit Play?

Are You Ready to Hit Play?
Production · Article
06.01.22

Profitable & Creative Book Distribution Tips for Independent Publishers

Profitable & Creative Book Distribution Tips for Independent Publishers
Distribution · Podcast
05.24.22

Language is Not Neutral: Radical Copyediting for Your Books and Business

Language is Not Neutral: Radical Copyediting for Your Books and Business
Editorial · Webinar
05.03.22

How to Persuade Bookstores to Carry Your Independently-Published Books

How to Persuade Bookstores to Carry Your Independently-Published Books
Distribution · Podcast
04.26.22

Crowdfunding for Publishers

Crowdfunding for Publishers
Business Operations · Webinar
04.12.22

Inclusive Marketing for Independent Publishers

Inclusive Marketing for Independent Publishers
Marketing & Publicity · Article
04.01.22

Dependable Marketing Strategies and the Results Publishers Should Expect from Them

Dependable Marketing Strategies and the Results Publishers Should Expect from Them
Marketing & Publicity · Podcast
03.29.22

Processes and Project Management to Grow Your Publishing Business

Processes and Project Management to Grow Your Publishing Business
Business Operations · Webinar
03.08.22

Two New Ways to Reach Consumers

Two New Ways to Reach Consumers
Marketing & Publicity · Article
03.01.22

How to Design KDP A+ Content That Sells Books

How to Design KDP A+ Content That Sells Books
Marketing & Publicity · Article
03.01.22

Talking to Librarians: How to Reach to Librarians Where They’re Listening

Talking to Librarians: How to Reach to Librarians Where They’re Listening
Marketing & Publicity · Article
03.01.22

Owning the Customer Journey

Owning the Customer Journey
Marketing & Publicity · Article
03.01.22

PR Expectations and Results

PR Expectations and Results
Marketing & Publicity · Article
03.01.22

How to Build Your Brand to Sell Directly to Consumers
Marketing & Publicity · Article
03.01.22

Social Media Stretch

Social Media Stretch
Marketing & Publicity · Article
03.01.22

How to Get Libraries to Carry Your Books

How to Get Libraries to Carry Your Books
Distribution · Podcast
02.22.22

Tools & Services to Optimize the Publishing Process

Tools & Services to Optimize the Publishing Process
Business Operations · Webinar
02.08.22

BookTok, Bookstagram & BookTube – The Latest Sensations to Market Your Books

BookTok, Bookstagram & BookTube – The Latest Sensations to Market Your Books
Marketing & Publicity · Podcast
01.25.22

Plan C: Beyond Contingencies

Plan C: Beyond Contingencies
Business Operations · Article
01.01.22

Working With Ghostwriters 101

Working With Ghostwriters 101
Editorial · Article
01.01.22

How to Use Amazon KDP A+ Content for Books

How to Use Amazon KDP A+ Content for Books
Marketing & Publicity · Article
01.01.22

The Book Publishing Pyramid

The Book Publishing Pyramid
Business Operations · Article
01.01.22

Broken Links: Supply Chain Challenges

Broken Links: Supply Chain Challenges
Production · Industry News · Article
01.01.22

How Can Independent Publishers Get the Most Out of Amazon’s A+ Content?

How Can Independent Publishers Get the Most Out of Amazon’s A+ Content?
Marketing & Publicity · Podcast
12.21.21

Comp Titles: Comparative Title Analysis as a Powerful Marketing Tool

Comp Titles: Comparative Title Analysis as a Powerful Marketing Tool
Marketing & Publicity · Webinar
12.07.21

Advice for Landing Film & TV Deals for Your Books

Advice for Landing Film & TV Deals for Your Books
Business Operations · Podcast
11.22.21

Defining and Scripting You and Your Book's Role in the Literary and Publishing Industry

Defining and Scripting You and Your Book's Role in the Literary and Publishing Industry
Marketing & Publicity · Webinar
11.12.21

Readers + Ratings = Engagement

Readers + Ratings = Engagement
Marketing & Publicity · Webinar
11.09.21

How the Pandemic Has Forever Changed the Way We Sell Rights

How the Pandemic Has Forever Changed the Way We Sell Rights
Legal · Article
11.01.21

Getting Agreement Among Multiple Decision-Makers

Getting Agreement Among Multiple Decision-Makers
Distribution · Article
11.01.21

Board Member’s Memo: Innovation Is an Entrepreneur’s Middle Name

Board Member’s Memo: Innovation Is an Entrepreneur’s Middle Name
Business Operations · Article
11.01.21

7 Ways to Make Multiple Streams of Income From Your Nonfiction Book

7 Ways to Make Multiple Streams of Income From Your Nonfiction Book
Business Operations · Article
11.01.21

5 Things to Know About Online Video for Books

5 Things to Know About Online Video for Books
Marketing & Publicity · Article
11.01.21

Book Metadata Makeover Success

Book Metadata Makeover Success
Marketing & Publicity · Article
11.01.21

Tapping Into #BookTok: A Case Study, Part I

Tapping Into #BookTok: A Case Study, Part I
Marketing & Publicity · Article
11.01.21

TikTok: The Tool All Publishers And Authors Should Be Using

TikTok: The Tool All Publishers And Authors Should Be Using
Marketing & Publicity · Article
11.01.21

Innovative Storytelling Platforms

Innovative Storytelling Platforms
Business Operations · Industry News
11.01.21

Improve Your Direct-To-Consumer Book Sales with These Digital Marketing Tactics

Improve Your Direct-To-Consumer Book Sales with These Digital Marketing Tactics
Marketing & Publicity · Podcast
10.26.21

Creating Born Accessible Content

Creating Born Accessible Content
Design · Webinar
10.12.21

How Independent Publishers Can Set Up Their Authors for Book Marketing Success

How Independent Publishers Can Set Up Their Authors for Book Marketing Success
Business Operations · Podcast
09.28.21

A Guide to Sponsorship Sales & Specialty Market Sales

A Guide to Sponsorship Sales & Specialty Market Sales
Distribution · Webinar
09.07.21

Building a P&L (Profit & Loss) Statement for Your Next Book

Building a P&L (Profit & Loss) Statement for Your Next Book
Business Operations · Webinar
09.01.21

Disruption Through Brand Building
Marketing & Publicity · Article
09.01.21

The Self-Publishing Hustle

The Self-Publishing Hustle
Business Operations · Article
09.01.21

4 Tips for Negotiating Large Book Orders

4 Tips for Negotiating Large Book Orders
Business Operations · Distribution · Article
09.01.21

Help Desk: How Can I Get My Book Made Into a Movie?

Help Desk: How Can I Get My Book Made Into a Movie?
Legal · Article
09.01.21

How I Used Shopify to Save My Publishing Company Over the Pandemic

How I Used Shopify to Save My Publishing Company Over the Pandemic
Business Operations · Article
09.01.21

Wide Is the New Black: 10 Concepts to Implement into Your Publishing Strategy

Wide Is the New Black: 10 Concepts to Implement into Your Publishing Strategy
Distribution · Article
09.01.21

Indie Excellence via Publishing Industry Standards

Indie Excellence via Publishing Industry Standards
Design · Article
09.01.21

A Big-Box Perspective: Notes from B&N CEO James Daunt's Keynote Address

A Big-Box Perspective: Notes from B&N CEO James Daunt's Keynote Address
Distribution · Article
09.01.21

How To Create An Effective Book Sales Packet

How To Create An Effective Book Sales Packet
Distribution · Article
09.01.21

Anatomy of a Book Distribution Sales Meeting

Anatomy of a Book Distribution Sales Meeting
Distribution · Article
09.01.21

IngramSpark: All Your Burning Questions Answered!

IngramSpark: All Your Burning Questions Answered!
Distribution · Podcast
08.24.21

How to Get Your Books into Retail Stores

How to Get Your Books into Retail Stores
Distribution · Podcast
07.27.21

Making Books Appealing to the K-12 Market

Making Books Appealing to the K-12 Market
Distribution · Webinar
07.13.21

The Power of a Book Community

The Power of a Book Community
Business Operations · Article
07.01.21

How Kickstarter Can Pave the Way For a Publishing Deal

How Kickstarter Can Pave the Way For a Publishing Deal
Business Operations · Article
07.01.21

Potential Perils of Book Publishing Partnerships

Potential Perils of Book Publishing Partnerships
Business Operations · Legal · Article
07.01.21

How Publishers Can Use Collaborations to Grow Their Business

How Publishers Can Use Collaborations to Grow Their Business
Business Operations · Article
07.01.21

Q: Is it Worth Trying to Get My Book into Barnes & Noble?

Q: Is it Worth Trying to Get My Book into Barnes & Noble?
Distribution · Article
07.01.21

Creating Meaningful DEI Partnerships

Creating Meaningful DEI Partnerships
Business Operations · Editorial · Article
07.01.21

Get the Scoop on Book Consumer Buying Habits for Helpful Marketing Insights

Get the Scoop on Book Consumer Buying Habits for Helpful Marketing Insights
Marketing & Publicity · Podcast
06.22.21

Adapting to Changing Times – the Key Is Partnerships

Adapting to Changing Times – the Key Is Partnerships
Business Operations · Webinar
06.09.21

Expert Advice for Landing Media Opportunities to Market Your Books

Expert Advice for Landing Media Opportunities to Market Your Books
Marketing & Publicity · Podcast
05.25.21

Media Training for Your Authors (and You)

Media Training for Your Authors (and You)
Marketing & Publicity · Webinar
05.11.21

Directors Desk: A Look at the IBPA Annual Meeting of Members

Directors Desk: A Look at the IBPA Annual Meeting of Members
Industry News · Article
05.02.21

Case Study: Homegrown Book Bundling

Case Study: Homegrown Book Bundling
Marketing & Publicity · Article
05.01.21

Killer Nashville Is Back

Killer Nashville Is Back
Industry News · Article
05.01.21

Subsidiary Rights: What You Need To Know

Subsidiary Rights: What You Need To Know
Legal · Article
05.01.21

Finding Alternative Revenue Sources for the Books You Publish

Finding Alternative Revenue Sources for the Books You Publish
Distribution · Article
05.01.21

Getting Your Books Into Schools: It's "Back to School Time!"

Getting Your Books Into Schools: It's "Back to School Time!"
Distribution · Article
05.01.21

Tools to Support Your Book Publishing DEI Efforts

Tools to Support Your Book Publishing DEI Efforts
Business Operations · Editorial · Article
05.01.21

A Direct Approach: Spotlight on Jelani Memory and "A Kids Book About"

A Direct Approach: Spotlight on Jelani Memory and "A Kids Book About"
Distribution · Article
05.01.21

Lessons Learned: Self-Publishing for Professors

Lessons Learned: Self-Publishing for Professors
Business Operations · Article
05.01.21

Driving Discoverability, Building Audience, and Engaging Readers

Driving Discoverability, Building Audience, and Engaging Readers
Marketing & Publicity · Webinar
04.20.21

Should Independent Publishers Jump on the Audiobook Bandwagon?

Should Independent Publishers Jump on the Audiobook Bandwagon?
Production · Podcast
04.20.21

Tips for How Independent Publishers Can Land Traditional Distribution

Tips for How Independent Publishers Can Land Traditional Distribution
Distribution · Podcast
03.23.21

Understanding COVID-19’s Impact on Book Publishing

Understanding COVID-19’s Impact on Book Publishing
Industry News · Article
03.01.21

Getting Social: Give Your Social Media Presence a Boost to Sell More Books

Getting Social: Give Your Social Media Presence a Boost to Sell More Books
Marketing & Publicity · Article
03.01.21

How to Pivot Your Book Launch Strategy Online

How to Pivot Your Book Launch Strategy Online
Marketing & Publicity · Article
03.01.21

Reducing Bookseller Bias

Reducing Bookseller Bias
Design · Article
03.01.21

Q: What Should I Stay Away From in My 2021 Book Marketing?

Q: What Should I Stay Away From in My 2021 Book Marketing?
Marketing & Publicity · Article
03.01.21

Board Members Memo: Where to Start With Diversity, Inclusion, and Bias Training

Board Members Memo: Where to Start With Diversity, Inclusion, and Bias Training
Business Operations · Article
03.01.21

Indies Publishers & Indie Bookstores Must Come Together

Indies Publishers & Indie Bookstores Must Come Together
Distribution · Article
03.01.21

Pop Quiz: What’s the Best Lead Magnet for Books?

Pop Quiz: What’s the Best Lead Magnet for Books?
Marketing & Publicity · Article
03.01.21

Roadmap to Author Platforms

Roadmap to Author Platforms
Marketing & Publicity · Article
03.01.21

How Independent Publishers Can Support DEI & Be Antiracist

How Independent Publishers Can Support DEI & Be Antiracist
Business Operations · Podcast
02.23.21

Breaking Down the Hybrid Model: Financials, Distribution, and More

Breaking Down the Hybrid Model: Financials, Distribution, and More
Business Operations · Webinar
02.09.21

The Controversy & Ethics of Hybrid Publishing, with Wonderwell CEO Maggie Langrick

The Controversy & Ethics of Hybrid Publishing, with Wonderwell CEO Maggie Langrick
Business Operations · Podcast
01.27.21

Director’s Desk: Congrats on the Passage of the CASE Act

Director’s Desk: Congrats on the Passage of the CASE Act
Legal · Article
01.02.21

Disruptions: Why Book Publishers Fail

Disruptions: Why Book Publishers Fail
Business Operations · Article
01.01.21

The Kings of the Castle All Owe It to One Queen

The Kings of the Castle All Owe It to One Queen
Marketing & Publicity · Article
01.01.21

What’s With the Average $40 Price for a Library e-Book?

What’s With the Average $40 Price for a Library e-Book?
Distribution · Article
01.01.21

What You Need to Know About Protecting Your Copyrighted Content

What You Need to Know About Protecting Your Copyrighted Content
Legal · Article
01.01.21

Renewable Resource: How to Repurpose Book Content and Increase Sales

Renewable Resource: How to Repurpose Book Content and Increase Sales
Business Operations · Article
01.01.21

Explaining Book Sales Markets

Explaining Book Sales Markets
Distribution · Article
01.01.21

Pandemic Revolution: What Independent Publishers Should Consider Before Making Their Next Move

Pandemic Revolution: What Independent Publishers Should Consider Before Making Their Next Move
Business Operations · Industry News · Article
01.01.21

Board Members Memo: How My Hometown Library Adapted

Board Members Memo: How My Hometown Library Adapted
Industry News · Article
01.01.21

Roundtable: Podcasting Perspectives

Roundtable: Podcasting Perspectives
Marketing & Publicity · Article
11.01.20

5 Steps to Recruit ‘A’ Players for Your Book Publishing Team

5 Steps to Recruit ‘A’ Players for Your Book Publishing Team
Business Operations · Article
11.01.20

IBPA Advocacy Committee’s Summary of Ongoing Copyright-Related Cases

IBPA Advocacy Committee’s Summary of Ongoing Copyright-Related Cases
Industry News · Article
11.01.20

Why Authors Need to Develop a Book Marketing Habit

Why Authors Need to Develop a Book Marketing Habit
Business Operations · Marketing & Publicity · Article
11.01.20

Quick and Easy Strategies for Creating a Better Book

Quick and Easy Strategies for Creating a Better Book
Business Operations · Article
11.01.20

New and Better: Independent Publishers Adapt to COVID-19 with Resourcefulness and Ingenuity

New and Better: Independent Publishers Adapt to COVID-19 with Resourcefulness and Ingenuity
Business Operations · Industry News · Article
11.01.20

An Update From IBPA’s DEI Task Force

An Update From IBPA’s DEI Task Force
Industry News · Article
11.01.20

Four Consequences of Poor Book Royalty Management

Four Consequences of Poor Book Royalty Management
Business Operations · Article
11.01.20

I Started a Publishing Company During a Global Pandemic

I Started a Publishing Company During a Global Pandemic
Industry News · Article
11.01.20

Board Members Memo: Baking to Make Things Better

Board Members Memo: Baking to Make Things Better
Industry News · Article
09.02.20

IBPA Roundtable: Pandemic Pivoting

IBPA Roundtable: Pandemic Pivoting
Industry News · Article
09.02.20

BIPOC Representation in Book Publishing

BIPOC Representation in Book Publishing
Business Operations · Industry News · Article
09.02.20

The Indie Bookstore Perspective Featuring Bookshop & Books and Crannies

The Indie Bookstore Perspective Featuring Bookshop & Books and Crannies
Distribution · Article
09.02.20

Persistence in the Face of Turmoil: Creating Black Lead Characters

Persistence in the Face of Turmoil: Creating Black Lead Characters
Marketing & Publicity · Article
09.02.20

Silver Linings: How the Pandemic Led Me to Create Short Book Videos

Silver Linings: How the Pandemic Led Me to Create Short Book Videos
Marketing & Publicity · Article
09.01.20

Adding Empathy to Your Book Advertising

Adding Empathy to Your Book Advertising
Marketing & Publicity · Article
09.01.20

Publishing on a Mission, Part II: How to Get Started

Publishing on a Mission, Part II: How to Get Started
Business Operations · Distribution · Article
09.01.20

Build Your Brand, Build Your Audience, Sell Books Direct
Distribution · Article
09.01.20

Book Distribution Evolution

Book Distribution Evolution
Distribution · Article
09.01.20

Director’s Desk: Publishing in the ‘New Normal’

Director’s Desk: Publishing in the ‘New Normal’
Business Operations · Industry News · Article
07.02.20

What’s the Deal With Publishers Liability Insurance?

What’s the Deal With Publishers Liability Insurance?
Business Operations · Article
07.01.20

Publishing on a Mission, Part I

Publishing on a Mission, Part I
Business Operations · Distribution · Article
07.01.20

Don’t Count Them Out: Selling to Libraries Amid COVID-19

Don’t Count Them Out: Selling to Libraries Amid COVID-19
Distribution · Article
07.01.20

Pandemic Publishing: Looking for a Better Future During COVID-19

Pandemic Publishing: Looking for a Better Future During COVID-19
Industry News · Article
07.01.20

Board Members Memo: What You Publish Next Is Important

Board Members Memo: What You Publish Next Is Important
Industry News · Article
07.01.20

Publishing Law in the Time of COVID-19

Publishing Law in the Time of COVID-19
Legal · Article
07.01.20

It’s Time for Indies to Shine

It’s Time for Indies to Shine
Industry News · Article
07.01.20

Sell More Books … Even During a Crisis

Sell More Books … Even During a Crisis
Marketing & Publicity · Article
07.01.20

3 Ways My Company Adapted Around COVID-19

3 Ways My Company Adapted Around COVID-19
Business Operations · Industry News · Article
07.01.20

IBPA Roundtable: How Has the COVID-19 Global Crisis Affected Publishing?

IBPA Roundtable: How Has the COVID-19 Global Crisis Affected Publishing?
Industry News · Article
05.01.20

Tips for Remote Author Appearances and Virtual Book Signings

Tips for Remote Author Appearances and Virtual Book Signings
Marketing & Publicity · Article
05.01.20

Board Member's Memo: Weathering the Storm of a Global Crisis

Board Member's Memo: Weathering the Storm of a Global Crisis
Industry News · Article
05.01.20

The Curious Incident of the Red Tractor Rental in the Nighttime

The Curious Incident of the Red Tractor Rental in the Nighttime
Legal · Distribution · Article
05.01.20

Making Book Rights, Right

Making Book Rights, Right
Legal · Article
05.01.20

Anatomy of a 21st Century Publishing Partnership

Anatomy of a 21st Century Publishing Partnership
Business Operations · Industry News
05.01.20

6 Tips from the Founder of Free Books for Kids

6 Tips from the Founder of Free Books for Kids
Business Operations · Industry News · Article
05.01.20

Does Diversity Matter During a Pandemic?

Does Diversity Matter During a Pandemic?
Business Operations · Industry News · Article
05.01.20

Selling Direct: Exploring Direct-to-Consumer (DTC) Sales

Selling Direct: Exploring Direct-to-Consumer (DTC) Sales
Distribution · Article
05.01.20

Anatomy of a Book Sales Sheet (...Tip Sheet, One Sheet, Sales Flyer, What-Have-You!)

Anatomy of a Book Sales Sheet (...Tip Sheet, One Sheet, Sales Flyer, What-Have-You!)
Distribution · Article
03.02.20

Editorial Expertise: How to Clarify Your Writing

Editorial Expertise: How to Clarify Your Writing
Editorial · Article
03.01.20

Ready, Set, Launch: Understanding Prepublication Book Marketing

Ready, Set, Launch: Understanding Prepublication Book Marketing
Marketing & Publicity · Article
03.01.20

How to Plan a Successful Media Campaign for Your Nonfiction Book

How to Plan a Successful Media Campaign for Your Nonfiction Book
Marketing & Publicity · Article
03.01.20

Book Budget Breakdown

Book Budget Breakdown
Marketing & Publicity · Article
03.01.20

Host Your Own Book Bestseller Party

Host Your Own Book Bestseller Party
Marketing & Publicity · Article
02.29.20

Marketing Savvy: Making Better Book Marketing Decisions

Marketing Savvy: Making Better Book Marketing Decisions
Marketing & Publicity · Article
02.29.20

Targeting Book Sales With Amazon Advertising

Targeting Book Sales With Amazon Advertising
Marketing & Publicity · Article
02.29.20

Create Your Publishing Business Plan: From Manuscript to Shelf, Discovering the Right Publishing Path for You

Create Your Publishing Business Plan: From Manuscript to Shelf, Discovering the Right Publishing Path for You
Business Operations · Webinar
02.25.20

Facebook and Instagram 201: Deep Dive to Success

Facebook and Instagram 201: Deep Dive to Success
Marketing & Publicity · Webinar
02.11.20

Amazon Master Class: Keywords and Categories and Deep Dive Tools for Optimizing Your Amazon Page

Amazon Master Class: Keywords and Categories and Deep Dive Tools for Optimizing Your Amazon Page
Marketing & Publicity · Webinar
02.04.20

To LLC or Not to LLC (or Inc.)

To LLC or Not to LLC (or Inc.)
Legal · Webinar
01.14.20

Painless Ways for Authors to Get on the Reader Radar

Painless Ways for Authors to Get on the Reader Radar
Marketing & Publicity · Article
01.01.20

What New California Labor Laws Might Mean for Publishers

What New California Labor Laws Might Mean for Publishers
Business Operations · Legal · Article
01.01.20

Understanding the Library of Congress PrePub Book Link

Understanding the Library of Congress PrePub Book Link
Distribution · Article
01.01.20

How to Publish Books for Large Organizations

How to Publish Books for Large Organizations
Business Operations · Distribution · Article
01.01.20

Beyond the Reading: How to Work With Local Bookstores

Beyond the Reading: How to Work With Local Bookstores
Distribution · Article
01.01.20

The Ghostwriting Experience: Perspectives from the Ghostwriter, Author, and Publisher

The Ghostwriting Experience: Perspectives from the Ghostwriter, Author, and Publisher
Business Operations · Article
01.01.20

Library-Publisher Partnerships: Discovery, Acquisitions, Programming, and More

Library-Publisher Partnerships: Discovery, Acquisitions, Programming, and More
Distribution · Article
01.01.20

Grow Your Publishing Business Through Joint Venture Associations

Grow Your Publishing Business Through Joint Venture Associations
Business Operations · Article
01.01.20

10 Common Mistakes Made by Self-Published Authors

10 Common Mistakes Made by Self-Published Authors
Business Operations · Article
11.01.19

How Facebook Can Help You Sell More Books

How Facebook Can Help You Sell More Books
Marketing & Publicity · Article
11.01.19

5 Years In: What I’ve Learned as an Indie Author-Publisher

5 Years In: What I’ve Learned as an Indie Author-Publisher
Business Operations · Article
11.01.19

Legal Briefs: The Royalty Rates Publishers Are Actually Offering

Legal Briefs: The Royalty Rates Publishers Are Actually Offering
Legal · Article
11.01.19

5 Tools to Help You Succeed in Book Publishing

5 Tools to Help You Succeed in Book Publishing
Business Operations · Article
11.01.19

Mark Coker’s 'Crazy Idea' (aka The History of Smashwords)

Mark Coker’s 'Crazy Idea' (aka The History of Smashwords)
Distribution · Industry News
11.01.19

Board Member’s Memo: Innovation and Independence in Book Publishing

Board Member’s Memo: Innovation and Independence in Book Publishing
Business Operations · Industry News · Article
11.01.19

Technology Game Changers in Book Publishing

Technology Game Changers in Book Publishing
Business Operations · Industry News · Article
11.01.19

Break All the Rules and Go for the Dream: Securing TV and Film Deals

Break All the Rules and Go for the Dream: Securing TV and Film Deals
Legal · Article
09.01.19

How Can Indie Publishers Play In the Educational Publishing Market?

How Can Indie Publishers Play In the Educational Publishing Market?
Distribution · Article
09.01.19

Making the Switch: Book Distributors

Making the Switch: Book Distributors
Distribution · Article
09.01.19

The Best-Kept Book Marketing Secret

The Best-Kept Book Marketing Secret
Marketing & Publicity · Article
09.01.19

Managing Your Book Sales Data: The Problem, the History, and Solutions

Managing Your Book Sales Data: The Problem, the History, and Solutions
Business Operations · Article
09.01.19

Publishing and the Planet

Publishing and the Planet
Industry News · Article
07.01.19

IBPA Roundtable: Covered in Gold

IBPA Roundtable: Covered in Gold
Marketing & Publicity · Article
07.01.19

How Book Publishers Can Brand Themselves With the Help of Their Authors
Marketing & Publicity · Article
07.01.19

The Value of Crowdfunding (Hint: It's More Than Just the Money)

The Value of Crowdfunding (Hint: It's More Than Just the Money)
Business Operations · Article
06.30.19

Content Marketing: Turning a One-Night Stand into a Relationship

Content Marketing: Turning a One-Night Stand into a Relationship
Marketing & Publicity · Article
06.30.19

Why That Book Title Caught Your Eye

Why That Book Title Caught Your Eye
Editorial · Article
06.30.19

The Book Design Process Is a Team Sport

The Book Design Process Is a Team Sport
Design · Article
06.30.19

Text Only Book Covers

Text Only Book Covers
Design · Article
06.30.19

How Goodreads Can Help Publishers Connect to New Readers

How Goodreads Can Help Publishers Connect to New Readers
Marketing & Publicity · Article
05.01.19

The Case for Print-on-Demand First Print Runs: Why POD Should Be the New Publishing Standard

The Case for Print-on-Demand First Print Runs: Why POD Should Be the New Publishing Standard
Production · Article
05.01.19

Board Member's Memo: A Publisher's Dream Should Include Making Money

Board Member's Memo: A Publisher's Dream Should Include Making Money
Business Operations · Article
05.01.19

A Quick Guide to Ancillary Products and Alternative Revenue Streams

A Quick Guide to Ancillary Products and Alternative Revenue Streams
Business Operations · Article
05.01.19

Marketing Savvy: Publishing for Your Inner Circle

Marketing Savvy: Publishing for Your Inner Circle
Editorial · Article
04.30.19

How Books Can Lead to Adventures…and More Revenue

How Books Can Lead to Adventures…and More Revenue
Business Operations · Article
04.30.19

Business Considerations for Creating Custom Editions

Business Considerations for Creating Custom Editions
Production · Article
04.30.19

Grow Your Company Through Acquisitions

Grow Your Company Through Acquisitions
Business Operations · Article
04.30.19

Professional Speaking: A Lucrative Game-Changer

Professional Speaking: A Lucrative Game-Changer
Marketing & Publicity · Article
04.30.19

Director's Desk: Understanding IBPA's Position on Controlled Digital Lending (CDL)

Director's Desk: Understanding IBPA's Position on Controlled Digital Lending (CDL)
Industry News · Article
03.02.19

The Relevance of Crowdfunding Within the Publishing Industry

The Relevance of Crowdfunding Within the Publishing Industry
Business Operations · Article
03.02.19

Board Member's Memo: Your Business is the Product

Board Member's Memo: Your Business is the Product
Marketing & Publicity · Article
03.01.19

Collective Engagement: Authors and Publishers Marketing Together

Collective Engagement: Authors and Publishers Marketing Together
Marketing & Publicity · Article
03.01.19

Influencer Marketing: The Cost-Effective Way to Sell Your First Book

Influencer Marketing: The Cost-Effective Way to Sell Your First Book
Marketing & Publicity · Article
03.01.19

What Publishers Need To Know About Copyright Notices

What Publishers Need To Know About Copyright Notices
Legal · Article
03.01.19

Facebook Groups: A Must-Use Promotional Resource For Authors

Facebook Groups: A Must-Use Promotional Resource For Authors
Marketing & Publicity · Article
03.01.19

Want To Sell More Books? Improve Your Website

Want To Sell More Books? Improve Your Website
Marketing & Publicity · Article
03.01.19

Autopilot Marketing: Eliminate Friction and Let Your Book Sell Itself

Autopilot Marketing: Eliminate Friction and Let Your Book Sell Itself
Marketing & Publicity · Article
02.28.19

Developing Cross-Platform Products

Developing Cross-Platform Products
Industry News · Article
01.01.19

Ahead of the Curve: How Publishers Are Proactively Managing Their Businesses

Ahead of the Curve: How Publishers Are Proactively Managing Their Businesses
Business Operations · Industry News · Article
01.01.19

The Future Is Female

The Future Is Female
Editorial · Article
01.01.19

How LinkedIn Can Be Your Moneymaking Friend

How LinkedIn Can Be Your Moneymaking Friend
Marketing & Publicity · Article
01.01.19

Opportunity Knocks: Cottage Door Press Shares Success Secrets

Opportunity Knocks: Cottage Door Press Shares Success Secrets
Business Operations · Article
01.01.19

Looking Back and <em>Foreword</em>: An Interview with <em>Foreword Reviews</em> Victoria Sutherland

Looking Back and Foreword: An Interview with Foreword Reviews Victoria Sutherland
Marketing & Publicity · Article
01.01.19

Updates to the BISAC Subject Headings

Updates to the BISAC Subject Headings
Distribution · Article
01.01.19

The Flattening Wave of Digitizations

The Flattening Wave of Digitizations
Production · Industry News · Article
01.01.19

Grow Your Independent Publishing Company On Your Drive To Work

Grow Your Independent Publishing Company On Your Drive To Work
Marketing & Publicity · Article
01.01.19

Collaborative Digital Marketing: A Potential Solution to Soul-Sucking Promotion

Collaborative Digital Marketing: A Potential Solution to Soul-Sucking Promotion
Marketing & Publicity · Article
11.01.18

How I Stumbled Into Art Directing

How I Stumbled Into Art Directing
Design · Article
11.01.18

What Technology Can and Can't Do for the Editing Process

What Technology Can and Can't Do for the Editing Process
Editorial · Article
11.01.18

Citizen Square

Citizen Square
Business Operations · Article
11.01.18

Innovations in Publishing Technology and Book Manufacturing

Innovations in Publishing Technology and Book Manufacturing
Production · Industry News · Article
11.01.18

3 Simple Ways to Fast Track Sales With Technology

3 Simple Ways to Fast Track Sales With Technology
Marketing & Publicity · Article
11.01.18

The Value of Book Reviews

The Value of Book Reviews
Marketing & Publicity · Article
11.01.18

Is Augmented Print Right for Books?

Is Augmented Print Right for Books?
Design · Industry News · Article
11.01.18

Blockchain: What Publishers Need to Know

Blockchain: What Publishers Need to Know
Business Operations · Industry News · Article
11.01.18

Late Justice

Late Justice
Legal · Article
09.01.18

Steps for Success With a High-Stakes Interview

Steps for Success With a High-Stakes Interview
Marketing & Publicity · Article
09.01.18

Distribution Is About Finding Your Tribe

Distribution Is About Finding Your Tribe
Distribution · Article
09.01.18

5 Reasons to Read Indie

5 Reasons to Read Indie
Industry News · Article
09.01.18

Ready for Distribution?

Ready for Distribution?
Distribution · Article
09.01.18

Before You Hire a Publicist, Read This!

Before You Hire a Publicist, Read This!
Marketing & Publicity · Article
08.31.18

What You Need to Know About Endorsements

What You Need to Know About Endorsements
Marketing & Publicity · Article
08.31.18

A Pipeline to In-Store Purchases

A Pipeline to In-Store Purchases
Distribution · Article
08.31.18

Two Questions: Title Rights and Libel Laws

Two Questions: Title Rights and Libel Laws
Legal · Article
08.31.18

23 Reasons Why Writers Pursue Book Publicity … Other Than to Generate Book Sales

23 Reasons Why Writers Pursue Book Publicity … Other Than to Generate Book Sales
Marketing & Publicity · Article
08.31.18

Director's Desk: The Heart of IBPA

Director's Desk: The Heart of IBPA
Business Operations · Article
07.01.18

The Advantages of Independent Publishers Using Focus Groups

The Advantages of Independent Publishers Using Focus Groups
Business Operations · Article
07.01.18

Imbrifex Books Forges a Path in Independent Publishing

Imbrifex Books Forges a Path in Independent Publishing
Business Operations · Article
07.01.18

How to Create a Personal Brand
Marketing & Publicity · Article
07.01.18

An Interview with Michele Cobb and Tavia Gilbert on the Audie Awards®

An Interview with Michele Cobb and Tavia Gilbert on the Audie Awards®
Production · Article
07.01.18

Winning Through the Years

Winning Through the Years
Marketing & Publicity · Article
07.01.18

Diversity Resources To Connect Authors from Underrepresented Communities with Publishers

Diversity Resources To Connect Authors from Underrepresented Communities with Publishers
Editorial · Article
07.01.18

Getting There: Why Indie Publishers are Well-Positioned to Satisfy the Need for Diverse Voices

Getting There: Why Indie Publishers are Well-Positioned to Satisfy the Need for Diverse Voices
Editorial · Article
07.01.18

Innovative Marketing Strategies Every Authorpreneur Should Know

Innovative Marketing Strategies Every Authorpreneur Should Know
Marketing & Publicity · Article
07.01.18

The Year of Publishing Women

The Year of Publishing Women
Editorial · Article
07.01.18

Metadata Impacts Book Sales

Metadata Impacts Book Sales
Marketing & Publicity · Article
06.30.18

Board Member’s Memo: How to Use Amazon Advantage to Sell Books

Board Member’s Memo: How to Use Amazon Advantage to Sell Books
Distribution · Article
05.01.18

Do-Overs: Rebranding and Repackaging

Do-Overs: Rebranding and Repackaging
Design · Article
05.01.18

How to Get Started Publishing Books for Others

How to Get Started Publishing Books for Others
Business Operations · Article
05.01.18

Why Source Safe Graphics for Books and e-Books?

Why Source Safe Graphics for Books and e-Books?
Design · Legal
05.01.18

Converting Book Browsers to Book Buyers

Converting Book Browsers to Book Buyers
Marketing & Publicity · Distribution
05.01.18

Book Cover Design Showdowns

Book Cover Design Showdowns
Design · Article
05.01.18

Before You Approve That Cover Design

Before You Approve That Cover Design
Design · Article
05.01.18

Cover Design Case Study: Kurt Kamm, One Foot in the Black

Cover Design Case Study: Kurt Kamm, One Foot in the Black
Design · Article
05.01.18

Is Your Platform Safe?

Is Your Platform Safe?
Business Operations · Article
05.01.18

What I’ve Learned Owning a Small Press

What I’ve Learned Owning a Small Press
Business Operations · Article
05.01.18

Using Topics in the News to Get Your Important Messages Out

Using Topics in the News to Get Your Important Messages Out
Marketing & Publicity · Article
04.30.18

Director's Desk: When Is a “Hybrid Publisher” Not a Hybrid Publisher?

Director's Desk: When Is a “Hybrid Publisher” Not a Hybrid Publisher?
Business Operations · Article
03.02.18

The Beauty of Hand-Selling Books

The Beauty of Hand-Selling Books
Distribution · Article
03.01.18

Independent’s Day: Or, How I Learned to Stop Worrying and Love Indie Publishers

Independent’s Day: Or, How I Learned to Stop Worrying and Love Indie Publishers
Business Operations · Article
03.01.18

Combining Retail and Non-Retail Book Sales

Combining Retail and Non-Retail Book Sales
Distribution · Article
03.01.18

Summoning Our Allies & Angels

Summoning Our Allies & Angels
Business Operations · Article
03.01.18

Editorial Solutions to Public Relations Problems

Editorial Solutions to Public Relations Problems
Editorial · Article
03.01.18

How to Use Book Bloggers for Promotion and Book Reviews

How to Use Book Bloggers for Promotion and Book Reviews
Marketing & Publicity · Article
03.01.18

Textbook Contract Negotiation: You Have More Leverage Than You Think

Textbook Contract Negotiation: You Have More Leverage Than You Think
Distribution · Article
03.01.18

The 4 Ps That Will Skyrocket Your Book Sales (With 11 Case Studies)

The 4 Ps That Will Skyrocket Your Book Sales (With 11 Case Studies)
Marketing & Publicity · Article
03.01.18

Making News

Making News
Marketing & Publicity · Article
03.01.18

The Power of Self-Publishing

The Power of Self-Publishing
Business Operations · Article
01.01.18

It’s All About the Hustle: 5 Ways to Promote Your Work

It’s All About the Hustle: 5 Ways to Promote Your Work
Marketing & Publicity · Article
01.01.18

17th Edition of the CMOS Reaffirms its Relevance

17th Edition of the CMOS Reaffirms its Relevance
Editorial · Article
01.01.18

The New Frontier of e-Books: c-Books

The New Frontier of e-Books: c-Books
Production · Article
01.01.18

A Few Lessons in Publishing and Copyright from 2017

A Few Lessons in Publishing and Copyright from 2017
Legal · Article
01.01.18

How to Get 1 Million Page Views

How to Get 1 Million Page Views
Marketing & Publicity · Article
01.01.18

The Truth About Keywords and Building Your Audience

The Truth About Keywords and Building Your Audience
Marketing & Publicity · Article
01.01.18

Industry Trends: Obstacles and Opportunities

Industry Trends: Obstacles and Opportunities
Industry News · Article
01.01.18

Tracking the Wins: Looking Back on 10 Years of Independent Publishing

Tracking the Wins: Looking Back on 10 Years of Independent Publishing
Industry News · Article
01.01.18

Wattpad: Redefining Storytelling

Wattpad: Redefining Storytelling
Business Operations · Article
12.01.17

Freelance Editors: Find and Cultivate Top-Notch Talent

Freelance Editors: Find and Cultivate Top-Notch Talent
Editorial · Article
12.01.17

Why Are Book Editors So Expensive?

Why Are Book Editors So Expensive?
Editorial · Article
12.01.17

Good Q&As in Your Media Packet Lead to Better Interviews

Good Q&As in Your Media Packet Lead to Better Interviews
Marketing & Publicity · Article
12.01.17

Don’t Be Precious (with Your Ideas)

Don’t Be Precious (with Your Ideas)
Editorial · Article
12.01.17

Editing: An Example of Doing Whatever It Takes

Editing: An Example of Doing Whatever It Takes
Editorial · Article
12.01.17

Help Desk: What Can an Editor Do for You?

Help Desk: What Can an Editor Do for You?
Editorial · Article
12.01.17

6 Tips for Successful Self-Publishing Outside Your Home Country

6 Tips for Successful Self-Publishing Outside Your Home Country
Business Operations · Legal · Article
12.01.17

Notes to Self: There Is Hope for Selling Books

Notes to Self: There Is Hope for Selling Books
Business Operations · Article
12.01.17

Board Member's Memo: Build Your Publishing Company with Inbound Marketing

Board Member's Memo: Build Your Publishing Company with Inbound Marketing
Marketing & Publicity · Article
12.01.17

Shelf Space: How Booksellers Decide

Shelf Space: How Booksellers Decide
Distribution · Article
11.01.17

12 Ways to Find Potential Buyers

12 Ways to Find Potential Buyers
Distribution · Article
11.01.17

Executive Office: Christopher Robbins on  Publishing

Executive Office: Christopher Robbins on  Publishing
Business Operations · Article
11.01.17